Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FH1
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Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 140g - 93 x 60 x 27mm
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS10
Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm A170 versus Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm A170 was launched 5 months prior to the FH1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm A170 grades against the FH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A170 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm A170 Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A170 over the Panasonic FH1
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Fujifilm A170
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Common features in the Fujifilm A170 and Panasonic FH1
Fujifilm A170 | FH1 | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | January 2010 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm A170 has got exterior measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm A170 versus Panasonic FH1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm A170 against the FH1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A170 and FH1 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm A170 and FH1.
As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic FH1 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.
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Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3664 x 2748 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) | 163 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $80 | $150 |